AI&T Technician

Axiom Space • Houston, CA

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About The Position

Axiom Space is seeking a resilient, high-energy AI&T Technician to test and maintain space suits, suit components, ancillary equipment, test rigs, and other hardware. Duties include repair and maintenance, cleaning, inspection, engineering change incorporation, assembly and disassembly, and performance and functional testing. Some work involves hazardous materials such as adhesives, lubricants, and solvents, as well as pressurized gases and pure water systems. Work is performed according to documented procedures and authorizing documents.

The technician supports Engineering with activities such as suited-subject fit checks, manned testing, suited chamber events, and classroom training events. The role involves daily coordination with customers, technicians, engineers, logistics, and bond room personnel. The work is generally in an office environment but may take place indoors or outdoors depending on the task. Evening and weekend work may be needed to meet critical project milestones. The position may require export-control screening for access to regulated technical data or technology.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• 2–4 years of related experience.
• Experience with pressure systems or familiarity with pressurized test equipment.
• Experience using a wide variety of precision tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Good judgment and proactive problem-solving that positively impacts challenging work.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Passion for space and the mission.
• Entrepreneurial growth mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally.
• Ability to use systems and tools to work smarter and faster.
• Demonstrate accountability, technical rigor, execution discipline, and pride of delivery.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
• May be required to undergo export-control screening to determine eligibility for access to regulated technical data or technology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, assemble, test, repair, and process flight and training hardware.
• Incorporate engineering changes and perform functional and performance testing of space suit components, related hardware, associated EVA hardware, and other assigned systems.
• Assist Engineering in locating and diagnosing anomalies and recommending corrective actions.
• Read engineering drawings, schematics, equipment specifications, and test procedures as part of daily work.
• Complete required online and classroom training to maintain certifications.
• Update job-related databases daily.
• Operate a motor vehicle to deliver hardware to various events.
• Support engineering activities including suited-subject fit checks, manned test support, suited chamber events, and classroom training events.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED